B.A (Hons) Sanskrit – GI314 (Under Review)
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Objectives
a)
To provide opportunities to Diploma holders to deepen their knowledge
of Sanskrit through a systematic exposure to primary texts and
Commentaries thereon.
b)
To equip students with a sound knowledge of Sanskrit Poetics, Sanskrit
Grammar, Sanskrit Literature and philosophical literature.
c)
To expose the students to different genres of Sanskrit Literature.
General Entry Requirements
In accordance with the University General Entry Requirements for admission
to undergraduate degree programmes.
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Programme Requirement
A Post “A” Level MGI Diploma in Sanskrit
OR
an equivalent qualification acceptable to the MGI.
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Programme Duration
Normal
2 years
(4 Semesters)
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Maximum
4 years
(8 Semesters)
Credit System
The BA (Hons) Sanskrit programme is built up on a 3-year part time Diploma,
which accounts for 60 credits.
The Programme is structured on the credit system and is run on a semester
basis.
A semester is of a duration of 15 weeks (excluding examination period).
A credit is a unit of measure, and the Programme is based on the following
guidelines:
15 hours of lectures and/or tutorials: 1 credit
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Minimum Credits Required for the Award of the Degree:
108
The MGI Diploma already accounts for 60 credits.
For the award of the BA (Hons) Sanskrit, the student must obtain at least 108
credits, including the 60 credits already earned at Diploma level.
Distribution of Credits
Modules
I.
II.
III.
IV.
No. of Credits
Diploma
Core
Dissertation
Electives – GEM (from UOM/MGI Lists)
TOTAL
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60
36
9
3
108 (60 +48)
Assessment
All modules will carry 100 marks and will be assessed as follows unless
otherwise specified:
Written Examination of 2-hour duration at the end of
every semester, carrying 70% of the total marks, and Continuous Assessment
carrying 30% of the total marks, unless otherwise stated.
Continuous Assessment will be based on assignment/s and should include at
least one class test.
A minimum of at least 30% should be attained in each of Continuous
Assessment and Written Examination, with an overall total of 40% for a
candidate to pass a module.
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Credit Distribution
I.
Diploma (3 Years Part-time)
Level I Level II Level III
Project
9+9
9+9
-
=
=
9+9
18
18
=
=
18
6
Total =
=
54 +
6
60
2
B.A (2 Years Part-time)
Level I Level II Dissertation
12 + 12 =
9+ 6=
24
15
=
9
Total =
9.
=
48
108
Programme Plan – BA (Hons) Sanskrit
Level I
Semester I
Hrs/Wk Credits Level I
L+P
Semester II
Hrs/Wk Credits
L+P
SKT 1120 (5)Veda
3+0
3
SKT 1220(5) Prose 3 + 0
3
SKT 1130(5) Upanishad
3+0
3
SKT 1230(5)
Smriti Literature
3+0
3
3+0
3
SKT 1240(5)
Grammar II
3+0
3+0
3
3+0
GEM
MGI/UoM Elective
3
Level II
Semester II
Hrs/Wk
L+P
Credits
3
SKT 1140(5) Grammar I
SKT 1150(5)
Epic Literature
Level II
Semester I
Hrs/Wk Credits
L+P
SKT 2120(5)Poetry
3+0
3
SKT 2220 (5)
Darshana
3+0
3
SKT 2130(5)
Drama
3+0
3
SKT 2230 (5)
Vedic Grammar
3+0
3
SKT 2140(5)
Composition and
Translation
3+0
3
-
9
SKT 3000(5)
Dissertation
(with
Researc
Methodology)
-
SKT 3000 (5)
Dissertation
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Outline Syllabus
Level 1 Semester I
SKT 1120 (5)VEDA
This module aims at an in-depth study of the Hymns of the Vedas; and a critical
analysis of their philosophical implications. Translation and explanation of text, with
emphasis on the Aksha Sūkta, Nāsadíya Sūkta, Purusha Sūkta, Śiva-sankalpa Sūkta.
SKT 1130(5) UPANISHAD
This module consists of textual study of three of the main Upanishads, with emphasis
on philosophical analysis. Translation and explanation of text, with emphasis on
Taittiríya Upanishad, Í¿āvāsya Upanishad, Kaţhopanishad.
SKT 1140(5) GRAMMAR I
This module aims at exposing the students to critical analysis and interpretation of the
S£tras of P¡¸ini related to word-formation. Explanation and application of rules, with
emphasis on the Strí Pratyaya and the Taddhita Prakaraņa.
SKT 1150(5) EPIC LITERATURE
This module consists of a critical study of selected portions of Epic Literature, with
special reference to the Bh¡gavatam, the V¡lmiki R¡m¡yaºa and the Mah¡bh¡rata.
Translation and explanation of text to bring out their philosophical, social and spiritual
purport.
Level 1 Semester II
SKT 1220(5) PROSE
This module aims at a critical study of Sanskrit literature in prose with emphasis on
literary criticism; translation and explanation of text, with special reference to
Prabandha–Manjar¢; Udbhid PariÀada and Da¿akum¡ra – caritam: P£rvap¢thik¡.
SKT 1230(5) SM¤ITI LITERATURE
This module consists of a detailed study of texts related to social conduct, ethics and
Dharma with a comparative study of their relevance to the present day society;
explanation and interpretation of text, with special reference to the Yājñavalkya Smŗiti
– (Dāyabhāga Prakaraņa ), the Vişņu Smŗiti and the Narada Smriti.
SKT 1240(5) GRAMMAR II
This module consists of a critical analysis and interpretation of the S£tras of P¡nini
pertaining to parts of speech and passive voice; explanation and application of rules,
with emphasis on the Kāraka Prakaraņa and Vācya
GEM - MGI/UOM ELECTIVE
One elective to be chosen from the MGI/UoM list.
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Level II Semester I
SKT 2120(5) POETRY
This module aims at a critical study of Sanskrit literary texts in verse with particular
attention to literary criticism. Explanation and translation of text, with special
reference to the Kumāra Sambhava , the Buddha Caritam and the S’is’upāla Vadham.
SKT 2130(5) DRAMA
This module will give the students the opportunity to study in details texts of Sanskrit
Drama with particular attention to the characteristics of Sanskrit Drama and their
importance, translation and explanation of text and character analysis, with special
reference to Prabodha Candrodaya and Pratima Nātaka.
SKT 2140(5) COMPOSITION AND TRANSLATION
The module aims at giving further training in composition in Sanskrit with emphasis
on application of rules of grammar, syntax and k¡raka and in translation from Hindi or
English into Sanskrit.
SKT 3000(5) DISSERTATION (WITH RESEARCH METHODOLOGY)
Level II Semester II
SKT 2220 (5) DARSHANA
This module aims at exposing the students to the traditional system of philosophical
discussion in ancient India, with emphasis on explanation, analysis and interpretation
of texts. Students will be expected to develop the ability to explain and interprete
philosophical texts with special reference to Tarka Sangraha, the Vedānta Sāra and the
Bhagavad Gita.
SKT 2230 (5) VEDIC GRAMMAR
This module introduces the students to the grammatical rules as found in the Vedic
Scriptures, and provides an opportunity to study the differences between Vedic
Sanskrit and Classical Sanskrit. The student will be able to explain, interprete and
apply the Panini Sutras with special reference to Padapātha, Svarānakana – vidhi, Leţ
Lakāra, Vedic Svarit and Samāsa-svara
SKT 2240(5) DISSERTATION
Students will be required to write and submit a dissertation of about 8,000 words on a
topic studied during this programme in Sanskrit or Hindi or English under the
guidance of a supervisor.
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